What is CDT? CDT is a reference manual published annually by ADA and contains the Code on Dental Procedures and Nomenclature (CDT Code). The CDT Code is a set of procedural codes for oral health and adjunctive services that are provided in dentistry. Each procedural code consists of an alphanumeric character beginning with the letter […]
CDT 2019 dental code additions, revisions and deletions
Every year, ADCA encourages all coders to prepare for dental code additions, revisions and deletions. The ADA has released the CDT 2019 with 15 additions, five revisions and four deletions that are now in effect. It is recommended that all dental offices have a current copy of the CDT to assist with proper claim billing. […]
Dental Billing and Coding 101 for 2024
Billing and Coding for the dental practice continues to advance and involve the medical carrier with obtaining payment for certain procedures. Dentists are beginning to realize how beneficial a certified professional is to managing the billing side of their practice. With that said, the need for certified professionals educated in the following specialties are in […]
Billing & Coding: For the Dentist
Have you ever stopped to consider that your front office staff is the heart and soul of your practice? Are you certain that your billing staff is coding procedures correctly to maximize your reimbursement from the insurance carriers and minimize the out of pocket expenses for your customers? Does your billing staff have the knowledge […]